RN Diabetes Educator

Saint Peter’s Healthcare System; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare system in New Brunswick is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to join their Diabetes Educator team. This role involves assessing patient health, providing direct care, and educating patients and their families. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing and a commitment to patient-centered care. Join a team recognized for excellence and contribute to improving patient outcomes in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Assess health status and implement individualized care plans.
• Teach patients about health/illness and discharge preparations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervise health team members.
• Document patient care and maintain safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Patient Care

Assessment

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey

BLS Certification

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Saint Peter's is the 5th hospital worldwide to earn Magnet status SIX times in a row. Our team of award-winning nurses is growing, and we are looking for talented, compassionate RNs to join our team.

The Diabetes Educator will:

• Assess the health status of assigned patients as outlined in the Nursing Standards. Plan, implement and evaluate individualized care based on patient assessment and Multi-Disciplinary Plan of Care.
• Provide direct patient care or direction and supervision to other health team members to ensure proper implementation of care in accordance with the requirements of the NJ Board of Nursing, current regulatory guidelines, the ANA Code of Ethics and institutional policies and procedures.
• Teach patient/significant others about health/illness state and plan of care.
• Ensure that patient/significant others are prepared for discharge and health maintenance in the home setting.
• Ensure all procedures are performed based on established Standards of Care. Demonstrate competency in performing all procedures within own scope of practice, in accordance with the requirements of the N.J. Board of Nursing, current regulatory guidelines, and the ANA Code of Ethics as appropriate to the ages of the patients growth and development through the life cycle. (Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics) Understand and implement the range of treatment needed by these patients.
• Document all aspects of patient care.
• Be knowledgeable of and initiate emergency procedures.
• Maintain supplies and equipment.
• Administer medications and parenteral therapies in accordance with SPUH policies.
• Maintain patient safety, comfort and cleanliness.
• Assume leadership role which is consistent with scope of practice.
• Report all necessary information and/or unusual occurrences in accordance with established SPUH policies and procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of and participate in Nursing Quality Improvement Activities. Serve productively in Hospital/Divisional/Unit organization.
• Use problem-solving methods to resolve issues that impact upon Nursing care.
• Participate in education and development activities and maintain professional credentialing.
• Participate in Unit orientation programs.
• Participate as a reviewer in the peer review process.

Requirements:

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey
• BLS Certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association

Grade 125

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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